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GOOD Statement by Suzette Little,GOOD Deputy Secretary-General & City of Cape Town Councillor 16 July 2025 Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis was a no-show at the Bishop Lavis Magistrates Court today, where he faces allegations of harassment and abuse of power. The court heard representations from the Mayor’s legal team, but the magistrate made it […]
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GOOD Statement by Marius van Stade,GOOD Stellenbosch Municipality Councillor 16 July 2025 The GOOD Party joins the Stellenbosch Municipality in celebrating the approval of more than 900 inclusionary housing units under its pioneering zoning by-law. It is a notable milestone but we remain cautious. Policy approval is one thing. Delivering homes that are truly affordable […]
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Motsoaledi’s claim that 520k people started HIV treatment is implausible
The City’s Community, Arts and Culture Development Department, along with the Cape Town Opera Chorus, concluded four concerts which brought the dramatic art and beauty of opera to communities. Residents in Gugulethu, Woodstock, Pinelands and Kuils River were treated to the concerts during June and July. ‘We have audiences in under resourced areas who may …
The Constitutional Court has granted direct access to hear the City of Cape Town’s bid to invalidate the Public Procurement Act, which the metro warns will slow down local service delivery and undermine the constitutional autonomy of local government. Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis confirmed receipt of directions issued by Chief Justice Mandisa Maya on 14 July, …
Scores of young Capetonians turned out at Athlone Stadium for the Day of 1 000 Opportunities where job-seekers were introduced to the call centre industry. The event is administered by CapeBPO in collaboration with the City of Cape Town, Western Cape Government, and Futur-ED. Fourteen companies attended the event: Ascensos; Boomerang; Capita; Concentrix; DSG; EXL; …
Residents call for the City to urgently fix the problem to prevent “a health emergency”
>During a productive meeting with the City of Cape Town’s (CoCT) Subcouncil 14, Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers, provided an update on progress at the Welmoed (Penhill) Housing Development, near Elsies River. The project will be implemented in phases. Minister Simmers highlighted significant progress at the development, with bulk civil engineering infrastructure works …
Emma Townshend, Executive: Corporate Affairs at South African mining company Implats, has confirmed her participation as a speaker at the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2025, Africa's premier event for mining stakeholders.
Townshend will contribute to a high-level panel discussion titled South Africa's Strategic Influence in the Global Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Market, showcasing Implats' role in maintaining South Africa's dominance in PGMs.
African Mining Week serves as a premier platform for exploring the full spectrum of mining opportunities across Africa. The event is held alongside the African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2025 conference from October 1-3 in Cape Town. Sponsors, exhibitors and delegates can learn more by contacting sales@energycapitalpower.com.
Townshend's AMW participation comes at a time when Implats is strengthening its operations to support long-term growth. In July 2025, the company announced the consolidation of its Impala Platinum and Impala Bafokeng Resources (http://apo-opa.co/3IseQy8) operations in South Africa. This strategic realignment is aimed at mitigating the effects of PGM price volatility, improving operational efficiency and securing sustainable revenue for both Implats and the broader South African economy, which accounts for approximately 80% of global PGM output.
The company also has an ongoing capital investment program (http://apo-opa.co/4lRpI70) designed to increase production capacity, extend life-of-mines and enhance local beneficiation. Key projects include a R460 million initiative at Impala Bafokeng to counter declining production. The firm is undertaking over $387 million in upgrades to tailings and smelting infrastructure at Zimplats in Zimbabwe. The development of the Mupani Mine in Zimbabwe is expected to increase the company's annual platinum ore output by 2.2 million tons in 2026 and 3.6 million tons by 2029. Additionally, a R500 million expansion at the Springs Base-Metal Refinery in South Africa aims to strengthen the company's processing capabilities and operational resilience.
At AMW, sustainability will also be a major focus of Townshend's remarks. Implats has set an ambitious target to reduce its carbon emissions by 30% by 2030. As part of this effort, the company signed a five-year power purchase agreement (PPA) (http://apo-opa.co/4ePzKTV) with Discovery Green in January 2025 for the provision of 130,000 MWh of renewable electricity annually to its Springs refinery. The agreement is expected to meet 90% of the refinery's power needs from 2026, cutting approximately 170,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually. The company is also expanding its renewable footprint with an additional 45 MW solar power plant at Zimplats, complementing the 35 MW facility commissioned at its Selous metallurgical complex in 2024.
In addition to showcasing operational and environmental initiatives, AMW represents an ideal platform for Townsend to spotlight Implats' leadership in promoting gender inclusivity in the mining sector. The company has already achieved its 2026 goal of 29% female representation in management and continues to integrate gender equality into its broader growth strategy.
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GOOD Statement by Suzette Little,GOOD Deputy Secretary-General & City of Cape Town Councillor 15 July 2025 Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis is due to appear at the Bishop Lavis Magistrates Court on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, in response to a court application brought by a Cape Town resident accusing him of harassment and abuse of […]
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Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has encouraged Capetonians to engage with the City’s Long-Term Plan for the next 25 years, with public participation open until 12 September. The plan includes sweeping reforms to services, infrastructure, and the regional economy to ensure a ‘future-fit city of opportunities for all’. ‘It is now 25 years since the …
OPINION PIECE BY ALDERMAN JAMES VOS, MAYORAL COMMITTEE MEMBER FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH: At the 20th Annual General Meeting of the Cape Clothing and Textile Cluster (CCTC), I had the honour of receiving the Industry Champion Award, a deeply meaningful recognition of the work we’ve done together to strengthen Cape Town’s clothing and textile sector. This …
The City of Cape Town’s Human Settlements Directorate handed over the first 28 homes to beneficiaries and their families at the R140 million Bonteheuwel housing project. The project comprises a total of 273 Breaking New Ground (BNG) State-subsidised houses and is expected to be completed by June 2026 if all goes to plan. The Mayoral …
The annual programme sees groups of young learners immersed in a week-long series of events and activities focused on disaster risk mitigation. The City’s Disaster Risk Management Centre has been driving the ‘Women and Girls: the (In)Visible Force of Resilience’ Programme for more than a decade, inpired by the United Nations’ efforts to highlight the …
Ana Hajduka, Founder and CEO of green energy supplier Africa GreenCo, will participate as a speaker at this year's African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference, taking place from September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town. During the event, Hajduka is expected to share insights into the company's groundbreaking work in advancing renewable energy trading and power market integration, as Africa GreenCo advances a series of projects across southern Africa.
Delivering tailored energy solutions, Africa GreenCo supports businesses, utilities and renewable energy developers in Africa by facilitating renewable energy trade and distribution. Recent developments reflect this, while supporting the expansion of the continent's renewable energy sector. Hajduka will share insights into these projects during AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025, while engaging with renewable energy developers and financiers active across the continent.
AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit http://www.AECWeek.com for more information about this exciting event.
To date, Africa GreenCo has facilitated the trade of over 1 TWh of electricity and continues to champion the role of market-based solutions in achieving energy security and decarbonization in Africa. Africa GreenCo signed a head of terms for a long-term power purchase agreement with pan-African energy group AXIAN Energy to develop two grid-connected solar PV projects in Zambia. Once operational, the projects will add 25 MW of renewable energy to Zambia's national grid, helping alleviate electricity shortages, improve reliability for businesses and support the country's long-term industrial growth. The projects will be developed with support from financial services provider Standard Bank.
Meanwhile, the company's subsidiary GreenCo Power Services will purchase electricity from Zambia's 32 MW Ilute Solar Project under a recently signed a power purchase agreement, enabling cross-border trade via the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP). This innovative arrangement eliminates the need for sovereign guarantees, positioning GreenCo as a key player in advancing regional integration and private-sector investment in Africa.
In November 2024, GreenGo Finance Solutions – Africa GreenCo's Zambian subsidiary – signed a $55.5 million facilities agreement with financial institution Stanbic Bank Zambia and Standard Bank to support emergency electricity imports in Zambia. The facility enables the prepayment of over 130 MW of cross-border power supply, easing liquidity constraints for local offtakers and bolstering energy security in the country. The agreement follows Africa GreenCo's instrumental role in facilitating a 125 MW power import deal between Zambia's state utility ZESCO, mining major First Quantum Minerals (FQM) and regional suppliers. Jointly financed by Africa GreenCo and FQM, the arrangement delivers 85 MW to Zambia's national grid and allocated 40 MW to FQM's operations.
In October 2024, GreenCo Power Services achieved a significant regulatory milestone with the award of a domestic trading and import/export licenses from South Africa's National Energy Regulator. The licenses enable Africa GreenCo to operate within South Africa's competitive electricity market and to facilitate cross-border transactions through the SAPP – creating a critical channel for dispatching surplus clean power across the region.
“Africa GreenCo's model reflects the future of energy in Africa – private-led, regionally interconnected and powered by clean energy. Ana Hadjuka's participation at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 will offer vital insights into how blended finance, cross-border trade and regulatory innovation can converge to solve Africa's most pressing power challenges,” states Tomás Gerbasio, VP of Commercial and Strategic Engagement, African Energy Chamber.
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On Monday, 14 July 2025, Western Cape Minster of Infrastructure, Tertius Simmers, conducted a site visit at the Boekenhoutskloof informal settlements upgrade project in Bonnievale. This R65 million project, completed in March 2025, consists of 577 serviced sites with 568 toilets and washing facilities. The external bulk link services have also been completed. Minister Simmers …
South Africa's Ministry of Mineral and Petroleum resources has introduced four key policy changes aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of the country's mining and petroleum industries. The policies, aligned with broader economic growth objectives, seek to attract new investment across the extractives sector while enhancing value addition and industrialization. As the world's top producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), policy reforms stand to support accelerated growth across the PGM industry.
The upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) conference – Africa's premier gathering for mining stakeholders, scheduled for October 1–3, 2025 in Cape Town – will feature a dedicated panel on South Africa's PGM sector. The discussion will showcase how recent policies are creating opportunities within the country's PGM market, exploring investment opportunities, challenges and anticipated policy-led growth.
Mineral Resources Development Bill
South Africa published its draft Mineral Resources Development Bill on May 20, 2025, for public comment. Set to replace the 2002 Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, the new law addresses key industry challenges, empowers small-scale mining and promotes local beneficiation of minerals. The law seeks to ensure revenue generated from the industry is channeled into the formal sector and contributes to GDP growth. In 2024, the mining sector generated R674 billion in export earnings and R451 billion to GDP. The public has until August 8, 2025, to comment on the bill.
Petroleum Products Bill
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is expected to submit the Petroleum Products Act Amendment Bill (PPB) of 2024 to Cabinet for approval before the end of 2025. The bill aims to streamline licensing and appeals processes, increasing the oil and gas sector's contribution to economic transformation, job creation and security of petroleum product supply. The new law was submitted for public comments on October 21, 2024 and aims to replace the 1977 act.
Upstream Petroleum Resources Development Act
South Africa is set to complete the implementation of the new Upstream Petroleum Resources Development Act by September 2025. The law creates an investor-friendly regime for oil and gas investors, promotes economic growth and expands opportunities for local companies and entrepreneurs across the petroleum value chain. The act was signed by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in 2024 and is expected to come into effect following the introduction of new Petroleum Regulations.
According to South Africa's Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe, the law has not only created legislation that is investor-friendly for the oil and gas sector, but has also ensured that there is a dedicated regulatory regime for the sector given its potential for economic contribution and job creation.
The Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill
The Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill was tabled to parliament in late 2024 and seeks to amend the act of 1996. The bill aims to advance stakeholder adoption of modern health and safety practices, driving the country's agenda of zero harm across the mineral industry. Key provisions include measures to streamline administrative processes, strengthen managerial responsibility and accountability while enhancing mine safety training and adoption.
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City of Cape Town says its Safe Spaces are more than 90% full
DHL Western Province powered past South Western Districts to win the final match of the FNB U18 Craven Week in Middelburg while the Blue Bulls, Obaro Golden Lions and Free State finished their respective campaigns on a high. The FNB Youth Weeks programme came to an eventful conclusion on Saturday, with all 16 teams featuring …
The Cape Flats was rocked by yet another mass murder on Friday night. Four adults were gunned down inside a home in Bishop Lavis. By Saturday morning, life had moved on. No heightened police presence. No wall-to-wall media coverage. No outrage. In the Cape Flats, violence has become so normalised that mass murder is met with a collective shrug from government and society alike.
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Philippi residents are demanding jobs on a MyCiti infrastructure project
The City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas, joined the City’s Roads Infrastructure Management team as they embarked on temporary pothole repairs in Gugulethu, Manenberg and Newlands on Wednesday, 9 July 2025. ‘During winter, and as a result of heavy and ongoing rains, water seeps into cracks on the …
There are about 40 occult-related gangs operating in one province. Understanding what draws young people to them is key to combating them.
On Tuesday, 8 July 2025, the City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas, together with senior Roads Infrastructure Management (RIM) officials visited Kloof Road in Clifton to assess the ongoing critical slope stabilisation work. The work is scheduled to be completed by Friday, 31 October 2025. ‘This slope stabilisation …